Project Manager - Construction

Overview

Who We Are
We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What You Can Expect
At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. We build solutions, deliver quality, lead responsibly, and win together. We are creative and solution-oriented, work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways; we move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first; we act with accountability and a focus on sustainable practices and the interests of investors and consumers.

The Project Manager – Construction is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and execution of assigned construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role serves as the primary point of contact between the internal customer, internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders. The Project Manager will leverage strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills to drive projects from conception through completion while maintaining compliance with safety regulations and company standards.

Project Planning & Coordination:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk management strategies.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, procurement, and field teams to ensure project requirements are clearly defined and achievable.
• Establish and maintain project timelines and milestones; adjust as necessary to meet changing requirements.

Execution & Oversight

• Direct day-to-day operations on assigned projects, ensuring activities are performed according to specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements.
• Interact with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors, ensuring timely delivery of services and materials.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and ensure safety compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, safety, and quality) to ensure process alignment with project goals and compliance standards.

Budget & Cost Control

• Prepare and track project budgets, reviewing costs against forecasts to maintain financial control.
• Approve invoices and change orders within authorized limits, and escalate significant cost variances as needed.

Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary liaison between internal customer, architects, engineers, contractors, and executive leadership.
• Provide regular progress updates, status reports, and risk assessments to stakeholders.
• Facilitate effective problem resolution to maintain project momentum and customer satisfaction.

Quality & Safety

• Monitor and report on process adherence and performance metrics, implementing corrective actions where needed to ensure consistency and continuous improvement.
• Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing OSHA and company safety protocols on all job sites.

Process Development

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of project execution processes across pre-construction, construction, and closeout phases.
• Develop and standardize construction management workflows, including scheduling, cost control, procurement, and risk management procedures.
• Identify inefficiencies and drive adoption of best practices, templates, and tools to improve project delivery…